Events

China Lights Festival at Zoo Cleves

Kleve, Germany

Step into a glowing wonderland at Tiergarten Kleve! From illuminated animals to mystical creatures and legendary dragons, this festival brings magic to the Lower Rhine. Thousands of handcrafted lanterns and LEDs transform the zoo into an unforgettable night-time experience for the whole family.

Opening time: 10-10-2025 to 30-11-2025

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Return of the Giants

Halle, Germany

Travel back 65 million years and witness the rise of giant mammals and birds after the dinosaurs. With 300 life-sized replicas, including mammoths and marsupials as big as rhinos, this exhibition brings to life the giants of a prehistoric tropical Europe and beyond. A must-see for any time traveler!

Opening time: 2024-12-12 to 2025-03-09.

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Les Terres de Nataé​ -​ Parc ​Animalier de Bretagne 2024

Brittany, Pont-Scorff, France

Join us at Les Terres de Nataé for the second edition of Festival des Lumières! Handcrafted lanterns of endangered and extinct animals light up the night, blending art and conservation. Perfect for all ages, this breathtaking display brings attention to wildlife protection in the most magical way.

Opening time: 2024-10-17 to 2025-01-05.

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Dragons of the North

Mechelen, Belgium

Experience a magical journey through four themed worlds: Snow World, Volcano Valley, Northern Light, and the Magical Forest. From flying dragons to mystical unicorns, this light festival will take your breath away with its stunning visual storytelling and dazzling light displays.

Opening time: 2024-10-25 to 2025-01-05.

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J​urassique Envoie D’illumination: Le Festival d​e​s Lu​mière 2024-2025 au Jardin des Plantes

Paris, France

Explore the Jurassic period with monumental light sculptures of prehistoric creatures at Jardin des Plantes! This open-air museum includes six themed areas— from the Open Sea to Valley environments—bringing to life the ancient world of dinosaurs, marine life, and marsh dwellers under the stars.

Opening time: 2024-11-20 to 2025-01-19.

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